Keerthana Mahesh Bharthnatyam instructor, Performer & Nattuvanar
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I'm KEERTHANA, a disciple of 'Nrtya Bharatha Jothi' Guru SMT. Meenakshi Sagar, Coimbatore.

Enthusiastic and experienced dance instructor and performer with diverse styles and a remarkable ability to develop, implement, and motivate.

Senior performer and leading faculty at Aradhana School of Dance, Coimbatore Performed at Sabha-s, Natyanjali-s, corporate conferences, government-sponsored events like the Republic Day parade, and other solo presentations around India. Dance sequences on mythological and contemporary themes were performed and received numerous prizes and awards. Certified Bharatnatyam dancer from Prayathnam, Chennai. 17 years of dancing and 7 years of teaching have given me a solid foundation in all aspects of dance. I'm delighted to share my experience and knowledge with the world and to spread art.

BANI / STYLE : Dandayudhapani pillai bani

This bani emphasized clean lines and stances, as well as accurate placement of hasta-s, and will place a strong emphasis on how the hand moved from one position to the next. We used to insist on keeping the geometry at all costs. At the same time, movement vocabulary was always delivered with grace and emotion.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

- Vande Bharatam 2023 | Nritya Utsav, Govt. Of India
- Republic Day parade, Kartavya path, New Delhi
- Bagged prizes in various events and competitions all over India.
- 2018 - Received the title“OJASWI” by Nrithyathi kalashetram, Bhilai.
- 2017 -“KALPASHREE NATYA VATHAMSA” represents a national-level award that East gives
Culture Association, Bangalore.
- 2013- Won first place in a district-level competition organized by the Govt. Of Tamilnadu.
- Judging district-level tournaments and various competitions conducted by schools, corporates, and others

Subjects

Bharatanatyam practical and theory Beginner-Intermediate

Experience

Dance tutor (Mar, 2023–Present) at LEARNER CIRCLE, REMOTE

Tutoring children from all over the world who have stayed onboard yet wish to learn Indian art.
Explaining the origins of the art and laying the groundwork for dancing.
Following the curriculum provided by the tutor administration and attempting to educate in a simple manner
Supporting partner and tutor (May, 2020–Oct, 2021) at SAKHI ART COMMUNITY, REMOTE

The primary goal is to provide employment to an artist who is being affected by a pandemic.
Additional tutors were sought and selected to teach diverse art genres under one roof.
Curriculum and dance approaches are planned based on age criteria.
Educating students on the history of various art forms while also keeping the class enjoyable
On a regular basis, providing detailed knowledge on Adavus, Margam, and theory.
Preparing students for subject-specific seminars will lessen stage anxiety and help them individually.
Performing artist and Senior teacher (Feb, 2019–Mar, 2023) at ARADHANA SCHOOL OF DANCE, COIMBATORE

Teaching both practical and theoretical subjects to junior and intermediate students.
Accompanying my Guru in preparing students for various events such as Salanga poojai, Arangetram, Sabhas, Natyanjalis, Competitions, Corporate events, and so on
Organizing different concerts in and around India with my director.
Contributing to the choreography of other styles for in-house shows
Tutor (Apr, 2015–Jul, 2016) at SRI VISHNU ACADEMY, COIMBATORE

Teaching practicals and fundamental theory to children aged 5 to 10 years.
Giving them a dance puzzle and making them dance in class to different music to make it more exciting and delightful.
Choreographing simple and understandable Keerthanam to help students enhance their dancing abilities and performance.

Education

B.com (PA) (Jun, 2015–May, 2018) from Nehru Arts And Science College, Coimbatore
Prayathnam (May, 2013–Aug, 2022) from Prayathnam, Chennai

Fee details

₹850–1,000/hour (US$10.02–11.79/hour)

850 INR per an hour (minimum classes 4 for a month)

Courses offered

Kids session
- US$10
- Duration: 60 Hours
- Delivery mode: Online
- Group size: Individual
- Instruction language: English, Tamil
- Certificate provided: No
Class schedule:
Small conversation
Warm-up
Practical session (Adavus)
Theoretical discussion
Interactive questionnaire session
Fun activity